I would like to know how to get started in event planning or meeting/conference planning. It seems like they all require previous experience, but how do I get that experience? ((Sigh))

I work in that field and started out as a marketing assistant in a financial services company

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My friend and I have started a new event planning business and it’s called Perferred Event Planners. We are looking to do a variety of parties and events, ranging from kid’s birthday parties to weddings to corporate events. We are looking for a slogan for the company. Any suggestions or ideas?

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im a freshman in college and trying to decide on a major. im really interested in/good at event coordinating, advertising, organizing, etc. i have TONS of experience with things like that including organizing/planning philanthropy events, "parents night out" babysitting events, vacation bible schools, etc. i reallly reallllly enjoy that type of thing. but what careers are out there that would fit me? a wedding planner? and whats the practicality of getting a job like that? \
also, what degree would most appropriately fit that job?

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I’m starting my own wedding & event planning company. I have planned events, and do have a small list of vendors I have worked with already. However, I would like to expand the number of vendors I work with. What is the best way to network and meet other event vendors like caterers, DJs, rental places, etc?

The best way to do that is just to get out there and meet them! Go meet with different caters, different djs. Knowing your Venues will make a big difference to your overall quality as a planner. You should know all the venues in your city, and have visted each one in person. You can search all of these types of vendors on the internet or by your local phone book. Start up a facebook page, that is just dedicated to your business. Good luck!

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I am starting a business with a friend and we are both in our 30’s. The business will be party and event planning. We are looking for a snappy, sharp tag line.

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I am considering starting my own business. I am a business major in college and I am a junior, however, I am also 23 years old. I would like to do wedding and event planning. Know where I can get more info?

I would suggest working in the industry for 1 or 2 years first. I started my business straight out of college and made a lot of mistakes that I could have avoided had I worked in the field first.

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We are making a pretend corporate event planning company in Raleigh, NC. What would be as good name for us?

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